Organizing for a Happier, Less Stressful, More Productive Life

A wish changes nothing -- a decision changes EVERYTHING!

Services

Downsizing & Decluttering

REDUCE, RECYCLE, REPURPOSE

Whether it's one area or the whole house, it's do-able! I can help you decide what to keep, sell or donate to create space for the life you want. Let's get together to start organizing to turn chaos into calm!

REDUCE, RECYCLE, REPURPOSE

My goal is to lighten your load and de-stress your mess in creative, eco-friendly ways. It is my joy to help you find yours in whatever area of your space you find overwhelming for home or small business organizing.

DONATION DELIVERY

REDUCE, RECYCLE, REPURPOSE

SENIOR RELOCATIONS

Once you decide to let go of items that no longer fit in your life, I can make sure they get where they need to go so they no longer take up valuable space in your home.

SENIOR RELOCATIONS

small TEAM PROJECTS

SENIOR RELOCATIONS

Getting ready for a move, new home & furniture planning, unpacking & getting settled in.

small TEAM PROJECTS

Got an organizing project at home or business that needs extra hands? I can put together a multi-organizer team to tackle and expedite it!

CONSIGNMENTS

small TEAM PROJECTS

If you have items of value to sell, I can help you arrange that through local consignment stores.

About Me

EXPERIENCED AND CREATIVE

In business since 2013, I specialize in working with seniors in residential organizing and team projects for small business organizing.

As a former newspaper photographer & editor, I now spend more time editing rooms than pictures.

I help clients visualize potential, clear the logjams and sort the forest from the trees. And yes, I do love metaphors.

In 2010 I helped my parents downsize and relocate to an independent living senior community, which was the genesis of my organizing career. In 2017 I facilitated my mom’s move into assisted living.

I love working with people ready to embrace change, whether transitioning to a new home or transforming an existing area into a more organized and functional space. I arrive well prepared for every work session, including toolkit. Hand-written labeling is also a specialty.

Let me help you strategize, organize and energize your project!

Testimonials

senior SETTLING IN

"Jane came into my life like Mary Poppins. I was struggling with retirement and settling into a condo after selling both my main home and lake house. Boxes and boxes and stacks of stuff were everywhere..upstairs, main floor, downstairs, garage..and I was totally helpless.

When Jane arrived here for our first session, we quickly became comfortable with each other, and then she unloaded her van. She is

senior SETTLING IN

equipped! Toolboxes, clipboards, folding tables, more toolboxes..all carefully labeled, were at the front door.

As quickly as you could say ‘supercalifragi-listicexpialidocious,’ Jane donned a many-pocketed apron and a stuffed tool belt, and we were ready for anything!

The traits that impress me most about Jane are her more-than-pleasant personality, her

senior SETTLING IN

CRAFT ROOM PROJECT

professionalism, and her ‘I can do that’ attitude. She is also inventive, flexible, and willing to accommodate my variable levels of energy. I refuse to let her finish organizing me. Finally, Jane listens to me about how/when I use objects, etc. which increases the efficiency of both storage and use. So, in the end, she and I are both more organized and more efficient."

--- JC, East Lansing, MI

CRAFT ROOM PROJECT

WAREHOUSE TEAM PROJECT

CRAFT ROOM PROJECT

"I REALLY couldn't have done it without you. You were AWESOME to work with Jane and I wouldn't hesitate to call you again. I have given your name to four (4) people and encouraged them to call you. As I told them - you will make sanity out of insanity. You are AMAZING and I can't thank you enough for all of your advice and how much you helped me."

— SJ, Grand Blanc, MI

senior relocaTION

WAREHOUSE TEAM PROJECT

"The hardest part about moving into assisted living is downsizing. For my father, that meant distilling 85 years of memories from a 3,000 sq ft home into a 400 sq ft apartment. Jane helped dad through that poignant process with sensitivity and professionalism. Beyond deciding what could be sold and donated, she helped him organize his life, creating Christmas and birthday mailing lists, and processes so he could keep in contact with cherished friends.

--SW, Ann Arbor, MI

WAREHOUSE TEAM PROJECT

"Such a high level of professionalism in all aspects of the project. Nothing was removed without approval, and this really established a level of trust with our team and made me feel comfortable as the point person between the organizers and my colleagues. There was a methodical, sequenced approach to the project, so it never seemed overwhelming, yet it consistently moved forward."

-- RP, Okemos, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

how does this work?

what does a project assessment cover?

The initial phone consultation is a free 30-minute “meet and greet” call designed to assess organizer/client compatibility and organizing challenges.

For each project, the amount of time it takes depends on the following factors:

1. How big the space is.

2. How much stuff is in the space.

3. How quickly you make decisions.

4. How much work you are willing or able to do between appointments.

what does a project assessment cover?

A first meeting to get acquainted (usually about an hour), the assessment is a detailed on-site consultation to get a better scope of your project. Lots of Q & A between us, and with your permission, I’ll take photos (visual notes) to help form a game plan. Confidentiality is assured.

I can help build a system that works for YOU, based on how you think and function best.

I work hard to help my clients achieve the joy of less clutter and more clarity — but I do emphasize that this is a team effort.

HOW OFTEN ARE WORK SESSIONS?

what does a project assessment cover?

HOW OFTEN ARE WORK SESSIONS?

As often as the project and its timeline requires, or for as long as you need my help. Every client and every project is different.

Full client participation is necessary to make decisions and create organizing solutions that work for you.

Work sessions usually last 5-6 hours, depending on the client's needs, stamina and location. Most of my clients are within my standard radius travel of an hour's drive from my home.

WHAT will this cost?

WHAT ABOUT PRIVACY.....and Covid?

HOW OFTEN ARE WORK SESSIONS?

Packages are available to offer value-based organizing designed to deliver results while providing education, expertise, and support at the most economical hourly rate ranging from $50 - $55. Please inquire for full details and rate sheet.

If packages are not a good fit for you, half-day, full-day, and multi-organizer team project rates are available at an à la carte hourly basis from $60 - $65. Please inquire for full details and rate sheet.

WHAT ABOUT PRIVACY.....and Covid?

Client confidentiality is assured, in accordance with the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals’ (NAPO) Code of Ethics.

I am fully COVID-19 vaccinated, and have followed CDC recommended practices to help keep everyone safe and healthy. Organizers and clients will wear masks (covering mouth & nose) as needed when working together indoors.

How are the results maintained?

WHAT ABOUT PRIVACY.....and Covid?

Teaching my clients how to maintain the results of our hard work is an important part of my job. Effective labeling can also help support your newly organized space where everything has a "home."

Every client is different, so there is no "one size fits all" solution for projects. Creative problem solving is part of the process!

As circumstances change, you can always call me for an organizing tune-up.

Professional Development

residential organizing

I specialize in transformations!

workplace productivity

residential organizing

How's that home office working for you?

life transitions

residential organizing

Household management

What transition can I help YOU with?

Household management

executive board member

Household management

Could things maybe run a little more smoothly at your house?

executive board member

NAPO Michigan Director of Professional Development, 2014-2019. NAPO MI Treasurer 2024-25.

PROUD MEMBER OF:

executive board member

My NAPO peeps and I connect monthly via video conferencing or at in-person meetings.

Links

JANE HALE ORGANIZING LLC Facebook page

Come see what's new on my JHO Facebook page: https://bit.ly/JHO-Facebook

DETROIT NEWS 3.27.20

Spring cleaning tips during 2020 pandemic isolation: https://bit.ly/3dyBGAl-JHO-DetroitNews2020

MESSIEST ROOM CONTEST: DETROIT NEWS 2020

Our NAPO MI chapter project, with my photography: http://bit.ly/2QJaV2w-MessiestRoom-2020

MESSIEST ROOM CONTEST: DETROIT NEWS 2019

Our NAPO MI chapter project, with my photography: http://bit.ly/2Rdqoat-MessiestRoom-2019

cBS NEWS: A CLEAN SWEEP 4.22.18

CBS News features NAPO colleagues on the job: https://bit.ly/CleanSweep-2018

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PRODUCTIVITY & ORGANIZING PROFESSIONALS

Member of NAPO national and NAPO Michigan since 2013, board member 2014-2019. http://bit.ly/2oxLDsy-NAPO-MI-JHO-PROFILE

Contact Me

Schedule a free Phone CONSULT

I'd love to hear from you! If you have questions about my services, use the website form (click on LET'S START.... below) or give me a call.

Jane Hale Organizing LLC

810.348.4227

Are YOU ready for LESS CLUTTER and MORE CLARITY?